Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pseudomajalis
ID:
1316640

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Bartram

Source:
ipni

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Cycl. , Philadelphia ed. 10: s.p. (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329094



Common Names

  • Convallaria Pseudomajalis
  • False Lily-of-the-Valley
  • False Lily-of-the-Valley Tree


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Description

Convallaria pseudomajalis (also called False Lily-of-the-Valley, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has a short stem and its leaves are linear-lanceolate, with a length of 5-10 cm and a width of 0.5-1 cm. It grows in humid tropical forests, at an altitude of 500-2000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Convallaria pseudomajalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Convallaria pseudomajalis has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Convallaria pseudomajalis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought, but will need regular watering during dry spells. It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Convallaria pseudomajalis

Convallaria pseudomajalis can be found in the mountains of the Iberian Peninsula.

Convallaria pseudomajalis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Convallaria pseudomajalis?

Convallaria pseudomajalis is native to Mexico and Central America.

What is the flower color of Convallaria pseudomajalis?

The flowers of Convallaria pseudomajalis are usually yellow or orange.

What is the size of Convallaria pseudomajalis?

Convallaria pseudomajalis is a small orchid, growing to a height of about 10 cm.

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

William Bartram (1739-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Bartram' in the authors string.